Rebirth of the Noble Mage Behind the Scenes

Dawn Tavern, located on the west side of the Lower City District of Dawn City.

When the city was first breached, the initial attack order was issued from here. Therefore, after the city fell, the tavern was also renamed as a place of commemoration.

After much consideration, Ray eventually arranged for his trusted subordinate, nicknamed 'Bai Sun' and a Seventh Rank deputy, to secretly head to the Dawn Tavern for investigation.

He planned to find out what the so-called 'sincerity' actually meant from the mouth of the self-proclaimed member of the Truth Circle Organization.

However, he didn't tell Bai Sun everything that had happened, merely instructing him to go to the Dawn Tavern to check if there were any members of the Truth Circle present.

But when Bai Sun arrived at the Dawn Tavern, contrary to expectations, he didn't find the mysterious figure from the Truth Circle. Instead, he unexpectedly encountered a Professional dressed in dark green Embers Organization uniform, looking uneasy.

He had brownish hair and light green eyes, holding a glass of light grey, bubbling prickly wine, sipping intermittently.

But the peripheral vision of his eyes was constantly scanning the crowd, as if searching for and waiting for something.

The moment Bai Sun saw him, he remembered his identity: the Commander of the Second Mechanical Army of the Embers Organization, an Eighth Rank powerhouse—'Thunder Arrow' Galor.

The moment Bai Sun appeared, Galor's gaze shifted, he took a quick glance at his surroundings, gulped down the wine in his glass, and got up and walked over directly.

At the same time, a transmission of spiritual power entered Bai Sun's mind.

"Lord Bai Sun, I have an urgent matter and need to meet with Lord Ray immediately!"

"A meeting with Lord Ray?"

Looking at him with some doubt, Bai Sun nodded.

"It's possible, but please wait a moment, Lord Galor, I need to fulfill Lord Ray's command first."

"Lord Ray's command? Alright, but please make it quick, I've obtained some critical intelligence that I need to report to Lord Ray."

Hearing Bai Sun's words, Galor, while looking urgent, could only nod in agreement.

"I will do it as quickly as possible, Lord Galor."

Responding solemnly, Bai Sun also gave weight to Galor's proposal. However, after surveying around the Tavern, he eventually came up empty, having not seen the individual from the Truth Circle that Lord Ray had spoken of.

With no other choice, he had to take Galor back to report.

"I apologize, Lord Ray, I did not see the person you mentioned in the Dawn Tavern. However, the Commander of the Embers Organization, Galor, wishes to meet with you, claiming he has important news to report."

Looking at Galor who had returned with Bai Sun, Ray couldn't help but frown and unconsciously tapped on the tabletop, puzzled about the Truth Circle Organization's motives.

"You said you have critical intelligence you want to tell me?"

Gesturing for Bai Sun to leave, he then turned his gaze back to Galor.

"Indeed, Lord Ray, I have inadvertently learned from a certain mysterious individual that our current leader, the Mirror Man, has secretly pledged loyalty to the Glory Alliance!

Moreover, he is ready to follow the Alliance's orders to launch a surprise attack on you at a critical moment during the outbreak of a major battle, as an offering to join their side!"

Seeing that there was no one else around, Galor immediately stepped forward and spoke out the information he had learned with urgency in his tone.

"At first, I didn't believe it and thought it was a setup by the enemy.

But it wasn't until I saw with my own eyes how that mysterious person took me to witness the Mirror Man meeting with the top echelon of the Glory Alliance and discussing details about the attack and future ranks, that I had to accept this fact."

"I have always held respect for the Mirror Man who has been leading us all along. But asking me to join those damned Nobles and wield a blade against my comrades, I'm sorry, I can't accept all of this!"

With that, his expression became pained as he shook his head as if truly unable to forgive such actions.

"Are you certain? The Mirror Man has chosen to join the Glory Alliance?!"

Suddenly hearing this bombshell news, Ray was startled, and suddenly began to vaguely understand what the so-called 'sincerity' of the Truth Circle actually referred to.

"It's absolutely true, venerable Lord Ray!"

Galor did not know what was going on in Ray's mind; he was just following the script that was prearranged, and spoke with a serious tone.

"Even if you don't believe my words now, it doesn't matter. As long as you take precautions in advance, everything will become clear once Mirror Man truly takes action in the future."

"Alright—then, what is your purpose for coming here and telling me all this?"

Not finding any issues with Galor's words, Ray nodded, then changed the topic to test Galor from another angle.

"My purpose?"

Hearing this question, Galor shook his head and let out a self-deprecating laugh.

"When the moment comes, I hope to lead my subordinates and join the Starfire Organization!"

As he spoke, he looked back at Ray with a frank expression, explaining to him the reasons with a hint of confusion in his blue-gray eyes.

"Your Excellency might wonder, although I also wish to become the second leader of the Embers Organization, I am fully aware of my own strength.

Without the support of Mirror Man and those behind him, my own power alone is utterly insufficient to maintain the existence of the Embers Organization. Even if I forcibly take over, it would cause the entire Embers to fall apart.

By then, we would become lambs to the slaughter.

Since that is the case, it's better to take my subordinates and merge into the Starfire Organization, which in turn would preserve the viable forces of the Resistance Army to the greatest extent.

Moreover, during this time, I can even persuade two other high-ranking officials close to my level to join the Starfire Organization with me.

I just don't know if Your Excellency would be willing to take us in?"

….

In the headquarters of the Embers Organization, Anvis suddenly sensed something and turned his head slightly. His gaze seemed to travel an endless distance, witnessing this scene in Dawn City.

It seemed that Galor had succeeded, and Ray had agreed to his request.

Galor was one of the Eighth Rank controlled by the Twisted Seed in his possession and the scene just now had also been meticulously arranged by him.

After all, the driving force behind the Embers Organization was only Anvis himself, with a limit clearly in place.

On a normal day, it was still manageable—in those low to mid-intensity wars, one could just throw money at equipment to solve the problems.

But now, with a major battle looming, and the majority of the High Rank Prophets deciding to abandon the Resistance Organization, the fate of the Embers had already been sealed.

In the past few months, the Embers, as the third-ranked Resistance Organization in the Federation in terms of overall strength, harvested over ten thousand units of destiny feedback for him.

However, due to the lack of sufficient breakthrough opportunities, his Prophet Rank was still stuck at the Seventh Rank Limit.

Therefore, Anvis was prepared to make the most out of the remaining value of the Embers and leave his own mark in the destiny of the Starfire Organization.

He could ride on the coattails of the Starfire Organization to continue harvesting destiny feedback while preserving the viable forces of the Resistance side to the greatest extent, avoiding being eradicated too swiftly.

He might even be able to use the Embers Organization to establish relations with the Glory Alliance at the last moment.

Thinking so, Anvis took out a Demonized Crystal Ball and injected Magic Power to activate it.

A moment later, the enchanting visage of Lady Mandel appeared at the other end of the Crystal Ball.

"Oh, isn't this the 'powerful' Mirror Man? What brings you to contact me today?"

Lady Mandel put on a surprised and polite but distant smile, covering her mouth lightly, her tone laced with slight dissatisfaction.

"Respected Lady Mandel, after much deliberation, I have decided to accept your proposal."

Watching the golden-haired noblewoman inside the Crystal Ball, Anvis seemed to have made up his mind as he began to speak with a resolute voice.

"However, regarding the Contract, I hope to establish a cooperative relationship with you."